Smith One Leg Floor Calf Raise

Smith One Leg Floor Calf Raise demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Position yourself under the Smith machine bar with one foot forward and the other leg back.
  • 2Push up until you're standing on the ball of your foot.
  • 3Raise your heel as high as possible by pushing off the balls of your foot.
  • 4Slowly lower your heel back to the floor.
  • 5Switch legs and repeat.

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise to maintain balance
  • Don't rush the lowers, ensure a complete stretch of the calf muscle.
  • Focus on squeezing the calves at the top of the movement.
  • Try to maximize the range of motion during the raises.

Smith One Leg Floor Calf Raise Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs